Vegan Miso Pasta

Vegan Miso Pasta is a delightful fusion dish that combines the umami flavors of miso with the comforting texture of pasta. It's a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat spaghetti - 160 grams
• White miso paste - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 250 milliliters
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Green onions - 2 stalks, sliced
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the white miso paste and soy sauce, mixing well with the garlic and ginger.
4. Gradually add the vegetable broth, stirring continuously until the miso is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
5. Add the fresh spinach and halved cherry tomatoes to the pan, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are slightly softened.
6. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, mixing well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
7. Season with black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from the whole wheat pasta.
• Miso provides probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health.

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